Things to do in Vail
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Three Summer Hikes
Three Summer Hikes Hiking in Colorado allows you to rejuvenate in nature and soak in the fresh mountain air. Vail offers guests hikes with spectacular views that will be talked about for years to come. We have put together our three favorite hikes in Vail that are a staple piece to any summer vacation in … Read more
Vail Guide for Non-skiers
Vail Guide for Non-skiers Vail may be known for its world-class ski slopes, but the area has so much to offer. If you wish to stay off skis, send your friends and family up the hill to enjoy a powder haven while you explore! Snowshoeing at the Vail Nordic Center Since you are in Vail, … Read more
Corridors of Gold and Ghoulish Events
Corridors of Gold and Ghoulish Events Fall is many Vail locals’ favorite season for its stunning colors, frosty mornings with blazing afternoons, and quieter Village. On Sunday, October 2, the Vail Farmers’ Market and Art Show rounds out its season, bringing together local and regional produce and wares, as well as 40 different food vendors. … Read more
Serene Slopes and Empty Mazes at Vail
Serene Slopes and Empty Mazes at Vail When imagining a vacation to Vail, one pictures carving turns down serene slopes and gliding through empty mazes onto chairlifts. Planning a vacation during the dates below will help make that happen. November 18, 2016 to December 20, 2016 With Vail’s extensive snowmaking, early season is a sure … Read more
Ride Vail’s New Alpine Slide this Winter!
Ride Vail’s New Alpine Slide this Winter! Speed down the twists and turns that follow Vail Mountain’s natural contours on the Forest Flyer’s raised gravity-fueled track. It combines alpine and coaster for an experience like no other. With rider-controlled cars, you pick your speed and thrill level as you zip into forests and out into … Read more
Teens Love Vail Winter Activities
Teens Love Vail Winter Activities Vail is a haven of winter activities teens love, on and off the slopes, under the sun or moon. SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING TUBING ICE SKATING NORDIC SKIING AND SNOWSHOEING SNOWMOBILING SKI BIKING DOG SLEDDING SWEET TOOTH Fuzziwig’s Candy Factory in Vail Village is a savory and visual treat, with over … Read more
Unique Winter Dining Experiences
Unique Winter Dining Experiences 4 Eagle Ranch The sleigh ride dinner at 4 Eagle Ranch provides an authentic Western experience. Located 20 miles from Vail in Wolcott, the ranch provides excellent star gazing because of the distance from the city lights. After the sleigh ride, enjoy a Colorado-style buffet meal in a cozy cabin, as … Read more
Vail is the Most Romantic Place on Earth
Vail is the Most Romantic Place on Earth Vail offers unique experiences where relationships can flourish. We often talk about the adventure and excitement of Vail, but let’s not forget the romance! Yes, Vail offers beautiful scenery and candle light dinners, but above all, Vail offers unique experiences where relationships can flourish. – Scott Miller … Read more
Eagle County Airport – Easier, Closer and Often Comparable in Price
Eagle County Airport – Easier, Closer and Often Comparable in Price Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) lies just 30 minutes west of Vail and this winter it offers nonstop flights from twelve US cities. A small airport, it has none of the hassles-trains to terminals, lines at security, long waits at baggage claim-of large international … Read more
Vail’s Top 5 Après-Ski Spots
Vail’s Top 5 Après-Ski Spots Downhill skiing originated in Norway, and celebrating with friends afterward was there from the beginning. As skiing spread across Europe, the French invented the phrase “après-ski.” Yet each country with slopes, skiers and riders has shaped après-ski’s meaning to fit its culture. Here in international Vail, the tradition takes varied … Read more